Christmas Spirit

Jim Henry

12/05/2004

Tallahassee Godby tailback <b>Roy Upchurch</b> has plenty of moves on the football field, shattering the program's season and career rushing marks. In fact, FSU offensive coordinator <b>Jeff Bowden</b> visted with Upchurch at school on Friday. Off the field, Upchurch is noted for his sense of humor and kind demeanor, especially during the Christmas holidays. He also receives some help from local players like Lincoln receiver <b>Fred Rouse.</b>

Upchurch -- Tallahassee Godby High's record-setting tailback -- has spent his past two Christmas holidays collecting donations from local businesses and residents and delivering them as Christmas gifts to local senior citizens.

You can help by bringing your donations to any of the following drop off sites: Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic, Elder Care Services, Capital Area Community Action Agency, Premier Health and Fitness, and Titus Sports Academy.

All donations will be gift wrapped and personally delivered by Upchurch and several other area standouts, including receiver Fred Rouse of Lincoln and tailback Mike Smith of Rickards.

Upchurch continues this tradition in honor of his late grandmother Gladys Garner, whom he took care of for 18 months before she passed away in 2001.